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Shirley Walker Obituary

XENIA — Shirley F. Walker age 88, of Xenia, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, January 10, 2015 at her residence. She was born August 12, 1926 in Xenia, Ohio, the daughter of Louise (Sheldon) and William Harrison Greene. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings: Clarence Greene, Helen Finney, Mildred Davis and Rosetta Graves; her husband of 30 years, Paul L. Walker, beloved son, Ronald A. Walker; and precious grandson, Rory McClanahan. She is survived by her loving companion of 40 years, Lewis Gene Cyphers; son: Terry Walker; daughters: Penny (Joe) Jack, Pamela (Hank) Caudill and Paula McClanahan; 10 grandchildren: Todd Walker, Tim (Gilda) Walker, Joey (Kevin) Nels, Kevin Jack, Mindy (Tom) Cvitkovich, Tiffany (Robert) Hammond, Brandi (Keith) Pagett, Brooke (Jason) Webb, Brent Gibbs, and Ryan McClanahan; 18 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild. Shirley's life revolved around her family. She enjoyed reading and was an avid baseball fan. She also loved traveling, Big Band music, and ballroom dancing. Friends may call from 5-7 pm, Thursday, January 15th at McColaugh Funeral Home, Inc. 826 N. Detroit St., Xenia, with a Funeral Service immediately following with Pastors Kerry Tague and Keith Pagett officiating. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.mccolaughfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Fairborn Daily Herald from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2015.

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January 18, 2015

So sorry for your loss with loving prayers

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January 15, 2015

Terry,Sorry to hear about MOM , please accept my condolences to you & family Ski (Ron Klonowski)

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